Japan Family Holiday

  • Days 11
  • Style Original
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  • From HKD 4470 +

Start

18 Nov 2016

Start

24 Nov 2016

OR
HKD 4470 +
Tour Code:810912

Explore family-friendly Japan, a modern land with ancient traditions

Grab the family and embark of an intriguing exploration of Japan. From ancient emperors to technological gizmos, Japan is a flurry of contradiction and excitement. Partake in a calligraphy lesson, hold a tune at a karaoke bar, dip in hot springs, visit a volcanic valley and explore the old temples of an imperial family. Allow Intrepid to take care of the finer details while you and your family enjoy a world of sushi, geishas, high-speed trains alongside a local expert.

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  • Start

    18 Nov 2016

    Finish

    24 Nov 2016

    OR
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Hotel (8 nights)
Ryokan (2 nights)

  • Highlights
    • Discover Tokyo, where dazzling neon lights are only the beginning. Feast on market-fresh sushi, try your hand at calligraphy, and cook your own okonomiyaki on a Tokyo Bay boat cruise
    • Fast, fun and futuristic, a bullet train ride (Odawara to Kyoto) is an essential Japanese experience, sure to be a thrill for the whole family
    • Bask in the soothing waters of an onsen in Hakone. These Japanese hot-spring baths are the perfect antidote to a couple of days of walking around the big city
    • Epicureans will find themselves in heaven. From the depachika of Tokyo to the shotengai of Kyoto, your leader will help you navigate Japan's dizzying food options

    Location

    City:japan

    Name:Explore family-friendly Japan, a modern land with ancient traditions

    Adress:japan

    Tel: 00852-31158515

    Itinerary

    Day

    1

    Japan

    Welcome
    dynamic
    capital
    Holiday

    Konnichiwa! Welcome to Tokyo, Japan's dynamic capital where the ultra-modern meets the ancient. Make your way to your first night's accommodation and check in. Your adventure begins with an important welcome meeting in the evening in the hotel lobby. You'll meet your leader and group at this meeting. Check the hotel reception or noticeboards for the location of the meeting. If you can't arrange a flight that will arrive in time, you may wish to arrive a day early so you're able to attend. We'll be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability). If you're going to be late, please inform the hotel reception. We'll be collecting your insurance details and next of kin information at this meeting, so please ensure you have all these details to provide to your leader.

    Day

    2

    Japan

    the Tokyo
    Metropolitan
    Government
    Holiday

    Kick things off with a visit to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. The free observation decks of this 243-metre-tall building offer beautiful panoramas of the city and beyond. On a clear day, you can see Mount Fuji, the Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Tower, Meiji Shrine and Tokyo Dome from up here. You will also visit Sensoji in Asakusa, one of the most popular Buddhist temples in Tokyo. Located on the banks of the Sumida River, it features a shopping street in its approach – a good place for a quirky Japanese souvenir. While you're in Tokyo, you'll be treated to a calligraphy lesson for a chance to try your hand at this age-old art form. There also might be the chance to visit a manga (Japanese comic and cartoon) market, located out in Akihabara.

    Day

    3

    Japan

    Tsukiji
    eye-opening
    biggest
    Holiday

    Visit the Tsukiji Fish Market for an eye-opening experience. This is the biggest wholesale seafood market in the world, with more than 400 seafood varieties on offer. Wander through the narrow aisles, witness the heated negotiations between merchants and buyers, and watch out for speeding market trolleys piled high with crates of fresh stock. If you're game for a super-early start, you can attend the 5 am tuna auction (you'll need to take a taxi at 3.30 am). Your market visit concludes with a delicious sushi breakfast – this is as fresh as it gets! Please not the fish market is planned to move to Toyosu in 2017, although this is not confirmed yet. Later, take a walk through a Tokyo depachika, a food-specific department store with a mind-boggling array of traditional and non-traditional Japanese foods. Take a look inside the impressive Sony showroom too. For lunch, head to Yoyogi park and join the locals. Dinner (on one of your nights here) will be a fun self-cooked 'okonomiyaki' (hotplate pancake) on a boat on Tokyo Bay, surrounded by the city lights. Note: The Tsukiji Fish Markets are closed every national holiday and every Sunday. Tuna auctions may be closed to the public during busy times.

    Day

    4

    Japan

    further
    explore
    optional
    Holiday

    Enjoy free time to further explore Tokyo with your family. There are many optional activities available, and your leader can help you choose a suitable one if you like. You can visit Imperial parks and temples, unique museums and even watch a game of baseball, In the evening, you might like to delve into Japan's famous karaoke culture – lose your inhibitions and sing the night away in a karaoke box (a great excuse for a late-night supper). 

    Day

    5

    Japan

    farewell
    astonishingly
    operate
    Holiday

    Bid farewell to Tokyo as you board your train to Hakone. You will see that it's astonishingly easy to travel by train in Japan. Trains operate with metronomic precision, and the sight of a white-gloved guard bowing to a carriage full of travellers is something you'll never forget! Part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, Hakone is a wonderland of natural beauty and offers a long list of holiday activities – hot springs, mountains, bush walks, lakes, breathtaking views of Mt Fuji and some interesting historic sites (including an open-air modern art museum).

    Day

    6

    Japan

    Renowned
    excellent
    Karakuri
    Holiday

    Renowned as an excellent resort area since the Meiji period, Hakone and its onsens (hot spring baths) make a great place to relax and unwind with the family. Make a visit to the Karakuri secret box museum where the craft is in how to open the boxes. Touch and try to open the boxes yourself and find in there a unique Japanese gift to take home. You will also enjoy a walk around the scenic lake area. Your accommodation here is in a cosy, family-run guesthouse. You will be in a traditional Japanese room, sleeping on a tatami mat. There are Japanese baths for you to enjoy while you're here.

    Day

    7

    Japan

    arguably
    stunning
    Imperial
    Holiday

    Travel to Kyoto, arguably the most stunning city in Japan. The charms of the former Imperial capital are subtle and profound. While you're here, you'll see some of the finest temples, shrines, palaces and gardens in the country, with a nice mix of included activities and free time. Visit a food market and learn all about the ingredients on sale and how to use them – maybe even buy some supplies for a picnic lunch by the riverside. . Wander the Gion disctrict in the evening with your leader in search of geikos (geishas) or maikos (apprentice geishas) with their elaborate dress and make up.

    Day

    8

    Japan

    amazing
    originally
    founded
    Holiday

    This amazing city was originally founded as Heian-kyo in 794 and had its golden age during the imperial court's heyday from 794 to 1185. The city still bears the name Kyoto ('Capital City'), even though the emperor and government are now located in Tokyo. Home to many cultural landmarks and historical sites, Kyoto is regarded as the cultural heart of Japan, with its abundance of traditional arts and literature. Today we'll visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine and the NIshiki food market.

    Day

    9

    Japan

    Explore
    delights
    Arashiyama
    Holiday

    Explore more of the delights that Kyoto has to offer. You will visit the Arashiyama area, a pleasant district on the outskirts of Kyoto. There is a great monkey park that we will visit this morning. This was a popular place for nobles to relax in a serene natural setting during the Heian period (785–1185). You'll also visit the Tenryu-ji Temple which is right near an incredible bamboo grove. This bamboo forest is one of the most photographed sights in the city, and you'll see why. It's like stepping into another dimension. Later on you will enjoy a boat cruise down the Hozu River – look along the banks for Japanese maples or perhaps cherry trees in bloom (depending on the season).

    Day

    10

    Japan

    Japanese
    castles
    national
    Holiday

    Head to Hikone Castle, one of the four Japanese castles listed as national treasures. Witness the 17th-century grandeur of this original castle which, for the most part, survived the feudal era without having to be rebuilt. The majority of its inner moats, walls, guard houses and gates remain intact. The castle has an interesting history – it was moved to Hikone by the Ii clan, one of the most famous Samurai families in Japan. You will visit the impressive Samurai quarter here also.

    Day

    11

    Japan

    adventure
    further
    activities
    Holiday

    Your adventure comes to an end today. There are no further activities planned and you are free to depart your accommodation at any time. See the 'Finishing Point Hotel' section for checkout times and luggage storage options.

    Inclusions

    Included activities
    Tokyo - Metropolitan Government Building
    Tokyo - Japanese & Calligraphy lesson
    Tokyo - Seafood Market & Sushi Breakfast
    Tokyo - Okonomiyaki dinner
    Tokyo - Sony Showroom
    Tokyo - Depachika visit
    Hakone - Cable car
    Hakone - Onsen (hot spring bath)
    Hakone - Scenic walk
    Kyoto - Nishiki-Koji Market
    Kyoto - Gion District Walk
    Kyoto - Shosei Strolling Garden
    Kyoto - Fushimi Inari 10,000 Gate Shrine
    Kyoto - Hikone Castle
    Kyoto - Nanzenji Temple
    Kyoto - Arashiyama sightseeing
    Kyoto - Tenryuji Temple
    Hozu river ride
    • Meals

      10 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners

    • Transport

      Cable car, Taxi, Train, Train (bullet), Tram

    • Accommodation

      Hotel (8 nights), Ryokan (2 nights)

    • Insurance

      This day tour excludes fee of insurance.

    Important notes

    A DISCOUNT OF 10% APPLIES ON THIS TRIP TO CHILDREN 14 YEARS AND UNDER AT THE TIME OF TRAVEL.

    Please note that these trips are for adults and children travelling together and there must be at least one child under 18 with you

    Minimum age for children on this trip is 5 years old

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